Easy Mint Cookies Recipe

Because you start with a store-bought cookie mix, it takes no time at all to make these minty treats. I usually drizzle melted chocolate chips over the cookie tops, but pink candy coating looks lovely for Valentine's Day.—Christina Hitchcock, Blakely, Pennsylvania

Ingredients

Directions

Prepare cookie dough according to package directions. Cover and chill for 15-20 minutes or until easy to handle.

Pat a scant tablespoonful of dough in a thin layer around each mint candy. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes or until set. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

In microwave-safe bowls, melt each color of candy coating; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cookies. Top with decorating sprinkles if desired.Yield: about 3-1/2 dozen.

Originally published as Mint Candy Cookies in Taste of Home Christmas Cookies & Candies
2006, p31